Ian Henyon, LPC

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Ian is a passionate advocate and treatment professional dedicated to raising awareness about the intersection of substance use and mental health. Drawing on over 15 years of personal experience and professional knowledge, Ian brings a unique perspective to this crucial issue, helping individuals and communities better understand the complex relationship between addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Over his career, Ian has worked in a variety of settings, from residential treatment to psychiatric day hospitals. In his current role as Chief Operations Officer, he is responsible for ensuring Longleaf’s client-focused culture is effectively operationalized across all our locations. Being firmly grounded in the notion of servant leadership, Ian has established a supportive work environment as a foundation for providing superior clinical services to Longleaf’s clients. He helped to lead the opening of Birmingham Recovery Center in July 2021 and later the opening of three additional locations during 2024. Ian is a graduate of the University of Georgia and holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Prescott College and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. His journey into this field began in 2007 with his own treatment for addiction and mental illness. His work in the field inspired him to focus on more effective and compassionate approaches that encompass attachment theory and brain science.